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Location Waukesha Agency Transportation Full/Part Time Full-Time Regular/Temporary Regular Classification Code 26761 Classification Title Civil Engineer-Transpr Add to My Favorite Jobs Email this Job Introduction The Wisconsin Department of Transportation, Division of Transportation System Development, Southeast Region is seeking a Civil Engineer Transportation Entry or Senior level. This position will be headquartered at 141 NW Barstow Street in Waukesha, WI. This position offers a hybridized work schedule. The position will be headquartered at and required to work from the Waukesha State Office Building in Waukesha, WI at least 2 days per week. All employees working a hybrid work schedule are generally expected to telework from within the State of Wisconsin. This topic will be discussed more at the time of the interview. WisDOT is a great place to work! In addition to meaningful and rewarding work, we offer a competitive benefits package featuring: Substantial leave time including at least 3.5 weeks of paid leave time to start, 9 paid holidays, and 130 hours of sick time that roll over each year. Excellent and affordable health, vision, and dental benefits (health plan options start at just $49/month for single plans and $122/month for family plans after two months of employment) A casual office atmosphere, flexible work schedules, and telework options depending on the position's requirements An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment, plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan Well Wisconsin Wellness Program A free and confidential employee assistance program that offers employees and their immediate family dependents a variety of tools, resources, and professional consultation services to support their health, goals, and overall well-being Use this Total Rewards Calculator to see the total value of our competitive benefits package! In addition to our generous employee benefits, we strive for inclusivity and celebrate different religious holidays and cultural observances and provide flexibility for utilizing paid time off for such celebrations. For more information on WisDOT you can visit our website by clicking here . The Wisconsin Department of Transportation is an organization dedicated to creating transportation solutions through innovation and exceptional service. We are committed to fostering an environment rooted in Integrity, Diversity, Excellence, and Accountability . Click here to learn more about how we apply these values in our work. Every day, WisDOT's Division of Transportation System Development plays the leading role in the upkeep and improvement of nearly 12,000 miles of state highways and bridges used by millions of people. You'll find that behind every barrel is a dedicated team from a wide array of backgrounds including engineering, planning, environmental services, public outreach, real estate, finance and many more. It can be a challenging job, but we think you'll find it's an awfully rewarding one, too. We're looking for detail-oriented critical thinkers to help deliver a quality program to build, improve and maintain transportation infrastructure throughout the state. We encourage anyone at any point in any career to take a look at WisDOT opportunities and give some thought to how your skills and resume line up. Having a good attitude, a willingness to learn and a passion for creating lasting, impactful work will go a long way here. It's a big system with lots of opportunity and responsibilities. Are you up for it? At WisDOT, you can Build the Future
Position Summary This position functions within the Project Development Section of a region performing various basic civil engineering duties on transportation improvement projects in both the construction and design phases. This position is responsible for assisting in the development of highway improvement projects in accordance with the established facilities development process. This position may lead phases of a design or construction project and delegate tasks to others assisting with the project. Engineering decisions of this position affect the planning, design, construction, maintenance, and operation of transportation facilities. This position will be assigned both design and construction assignments. Time frames may vary within each area dependent on workload, staffing needs and employee development needs. While assigned to the construction phase of a project, the duties will be approximately 60
- 90% construction activities and 10%
- 40% design activities. Likewise, when assigned to the design phase of a project, duties will be approximately 60%
- 90% design activities and 10%
- 40% construction activities.
This position requires the ability to independently travel throughout the Southeast Region as well as occasional statewide travel. The position also requires fieldwork which may include walking over rough terrain. The fieldwork also includes the ability to work outdoors in conditions of heat, cold, humidity, and dust. This position requires the ability to lift and carry objects such as material samples weighing up to 60lbs. Salary Information The entry level is in schedule-range (14-14) with an annual salary of $66,810
- 76,066. The senior level is in schedule-range (14-13) with an annual salary of $83,304
- 102,398.
A $3,000 sign-on bonus applies to those who do not have any prior permanent full-time state service in the last five years and agree to remain in the position for one year. The $3,000 will be paid on the first paycheck. Plus excellent benefits . A twelve-month probationary period is required. Pay for current state employees will be set in accordance with the Wisconsin State Compensation Plan. Job Details This state agency does not sponsor work visas. This state agency is not enrolled in USCIS E-Verify and is not eligible to employ international F-1 students seeking
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extension. Any appointment made will be contingent on the applicant being able to prove valid status to work in the United States. Prior to any appointments for position(s) filled from this announcement, candidates may be subject to a comprehensive criminal background check which may include FBI fingerprinting. Qualifications A qualified Entry level candidate will have the following: Upon hire, candidate must have graduated, or will be graduating by December 2026, fro m an Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) ABET accredited college or university with a 4-year bachelor's degree (or Master's or PH.D.) in engineering OR have graduated from an Engineer Technology Accreditation Commission (ETAC) accredited college university with a 4-year bachelor's degree (or Master's or PH.D.) in engineering technology AND hold an Engineering in Training (EIT) certification OR possess a PE license (registration as a Professional Engineer in the State of Wisconsin OR a valid Professional Engineering registration and be able to obtain a Wisconsin PE registration within 3 months if PE registration is from another state). A qualified Senior level candidate will have the above as well as: At least 4 years of engineering experience after receiving engineering degree from an accredited college or university. How To Apply Apply online! To apply, click "Apply for Job" to start the application process. Then, you will access your existing account or to create a new account if you don't have an account. Once you are logged in, click "Apply for Job." Follow the steps outlined in the application process and submit your application. This application requires you to submit a resume and letter of qualifications. Within your resume and letter of qualifications, you should describe your education, training, and experience as it relates to items listed in the "Qualifications" section of the job announcement. Your application materials are very important parts of your application and are used during our evaluation process to determine your eligibility for the position. For instructions on how to develop and what should be included in these materials, please view the Resume and Letter of Qualifications Tips document. Please view the ensuring a fair and equitable hiring process document to find out more information on the State of WI selection process. The vast majority of applicants are able to outline their background and experience in their resume within 1-3 pages. Any resumes or letters of qualifications submitted with more than 3 pages will not be considered after page 3. Permanent classified state employees who are eligible for consideration (transfer or voluntary demotion) should complete the application process as described above by the stated deadline. The State of Wisconsin offers a special program for qualified veterans with a 30% or greater service-connected disability. If you are a qualified veteran, please visit the Veterans Employment page and review method 2 for application instructions to be considered for the Veterans Non-Competitive Appointment program. Submitted materials will be evaluated by a panel of job experts and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. For general wisc.jobs user information and if you are experiencing issues and need technical assistance, please see the wisc.jobs Frequently Asked Questions page. Questions related to obtaining the job description and details about this specific job posting can be directed to Liz Nicolai at elizabeth.nicolai@dot.wi.gov or 262-548-5912. Deadline to Apply The deadline to apply is Sunday, June 14th at 11:59pm. Apply for Job
